Blueprints To Buildings Podcast

Real Estate Strategy and Lifestyle Guidance with Jon Stroud

In this episode, Glen Palmer sits down with real estate expert and coach Jon Stroud to explore how strategy, emotional intelligence, and hyper-local knowledge shape better buying and selling decisions. Jon breaks down how immersive tech like video walkthroughs and 3D visualization is transforming client experiences and enabling faster, more confident property choices. He also shares insights on market fears, lifestyle-driven real estate, and why great agents win through relationships, clarity, and consistent value.
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Redefining Quantity Surveying for the Next Generation with Dylan Pritchard

In this episode of the Blueprints to Buildings podcast, host Glen Palmer sits down with Dylan Pritchard of Ward Williams Associates to explore how the role of the quantity surveyor is misunderstood and why early QS involvement is critical to delivering value, certainty, and viable projects. Dylan shares how technology, visual tools, and better communication can help QSs move beyond being seen as “naysayers” to becoming true “cost crusaders” who support smarter decisions around risk, cost, and carbon. He also talks passionately about inspiring the next generation through apprenticeships, practical experience, and two-way mentorship between tech-savvy juniors and seasoned industry leaders.
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Building Predictable Systems with Stephen Duggan

On this episode of Blueprints to Buildings, Glen Palmer speaks with Stephen Duggan, Managing Director of BHA Construction, who has led more than €3 billion worth of projects across Ireland, Africa, and the Middle East. Stephen breaks down why systems-driven delivery, contractual clarity, and early-stage alignment are essential for making construction predictable, scalable, and commercially disciplined. He also explores how technology, from integrated project platforms to visual communication tools, is reshaping collaboration, reducing rework, and accelerating the future of large-scale housing delivery.
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Future of Prefab Building with Peter DeMaria

On this episode of Blueprints to Buildings, Glen Palmer speaks with Peter DeMaria, award-winning architect and co-founder of MID-RISE Modular, about how modular construction is reshaping the future of housing. Peter explains how treating buildings like products manufactured in a factory can solve many of traditional construction’s biggest problems, from cost overruns to unpredictable schedules. He also shares how digital twins, immersive visualization, and tighter collaboration between designers, engineers, and manufacturers are helping modular move from niche innovation toward mainstream adoption.
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Luxury Property Insights with Goel Kumar

On this episode of Blueprints to Buildings, Glen Palmer speaks with Goel Kumar, a luxury real estate specialist at One Broker Group, known for his data-driven insights and client-first approach in Dubai’s fast-evolving property market. Goel breaks down how buyers can cut through the noise of new developments by relying on transparent data, personalised guidance, and a deep understanding of long-term value. He also shares how technology, especially immersive visualisation and AI-enhanced presentations, is reshaping buyer expectations and transforming the future of luxury property sales in Dubai.
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Geotechnical Innovation with Nikos Kontopoulos

On this episode of Blueprints to Buildings, Glen Palmer interviews Nikos Kontopoulos, founder and Chief Engineer of Orycta, a geotechnical consultancy specializing in complex subsurface engineering across the GCC. Nikos shares insights from his 15+ years in the industry, emphasizing why early geotechnical clarity, proper site investigations, and strong collaboration are essential to avoiding costly risks in development projects. He also explores how digitization, automation, and 3D visualization are reshaping the future of ground engineering and helping teams make smarter, faster decisions.
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Smart Homeownership Decisions with Darrell Self

In this episode of Blueprints to Buildings, host Glen Palmer speaks with Darrell Self, Broker and Owner of DMD Realty, about his journey from corporate engineering to more than two decades in real estate. Darrell shares how losing his corporate job reshaped his mindset and fueled his mission to educate buyers, simplify the process, and put genuine care ahead of commissions. He also discusses his work connecting nonprofits to property donation solutions, the value of deep local relationships, and how technology can strengthen trust in an increasingly digital market.
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Guiding New Homeowners with Megan Munoz

In this episode of Blueprints to Buildings, host Glen Palmer sits down with Megan Munoz, a licensed Realtor at RE/MAX Results and Vice President of NAHREP (the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals®). Megan shares how she empowers first-time buyers, especially those navigating credit challenges, grant programs, or limited financial literacy, through transparent guidance, education, and heartfelt support. She also highlights the realities of today’s tight Midwest inventory, the rapid rise of Latino homeownership, and the community-focused programs reshaping opportunity across St. Louis.
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Unlocking SME Growth with Joseph Savage

In this episode of Blueprints to Buildings, host Glen Palmer interviews Joseph Savage, founder and CEO of Savvy Projects. Joseph shares insights from four decades of operational and leadership experience, revealing how he helps SME contractors break through frustration, regain control, and build scalable businesses. From uncovering hidden workflow losses to reshaping owner mindsets, Joseph explains the practical steps companies must take to grow with intention and avoid being owned by their own business.
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Designing Lifestyle-Led Homes with Andrew Edwards

In this episode, Glen Palmer sits down with Andrew Edwards, Chartered Architect and Director of EDG Architecture, to explore the realities of designing lifestyle-led homes across the UK. Andrew shares candid insights on managing client expectations, navigating complex planning challenges, and how being both an architect and a developer shapes his approach to risk and design. He also discusses the future of tech in architecture, including AI-driven visualization tools, and reflects on overcoming a major cyberattack that reshaped his business operations.
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